Philip Morris International U.S.

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Philip Morris International (PMI) is transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future. This transformation creates opportunities for talented professionals who want to drive innovation and make a measurable impact. The Category Manager, Direct Materials will lead procurement strategy & supplier management for key direct material categories. Responsibilities Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities to develop sourcing strategies Build & implement multi-year category roadmaps aligned w/ business objectives Establish commercial agreements that optimize cost, quality, service, innovation Drive cost optimization through should-cost analysis, value engineering, specification improvements & process efficiencies Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Quality & Operations on new product development & material qualification initiatives Qualifications Bachelor's in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, or related field 8+ years Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning, Engineering, Quality, or Product Development experience Experience managing direct material categories in packaging, ingredients, chemicals, or other complex materials Success in category management, sourcing, supplier relationship management & commercial negotiations Experience working in global or highly matrixed organizations Legally authorized to work in the U.S. What We Offer Competitive base salary & annual incentive opportunity Medical, dental, vision coverage 401(k) with generous company match Hybrid Work model Generous PTO & wellness benefits Career development opportunities in a global organization Inclusive, collaborative culture that values diversity & innovation PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn. & its U.S. affiliates have more than 2,300 employees PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria & Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI’s affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company’s acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022. Philip Morris International & its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate & commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match – a leader in oral nicotine delivery – creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS & ZYN brands. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI’s IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices & Swedish Match’s General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products & renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us & www.pmiscience.com. #PMIUS #LI-AG1